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Chapter 335: Chapter 332 Lingxiao Palace
"Please, Governor Gu, consolidate the sects, and preside over the major affairs of Tiannan!"
As Lu Zhanxian, Monarch You Quan, Monarch Wu You, Fang Daoqian, and others spoke out, the Devinity Transformation and Refining God Elders, as well as Hugging Pill, Gang Condensation, and Qi Refining Realm disciples who came with them, echoed in agreement.
One doesn’t know the immensity of heaven and earth until they step outside their door.
This Divine Weapon Conference, they witnessed first-hand many Primordial Spirit True Monarchs, who were usually revered as Supreme Elders in their sects, appear in droves. Even those legendary Devas from tales recorded in books showed up several times; moreover, Blood Demon Emperor Luo, a Saint himself, made a personal appearance.
This scene made those originally powerful Refining God Immortals, Divinity Transformation Elders, who sat dominion over territories thinking themselves irreplaceable and extremely important, fully realize their insignificance.
Falling behind leaves one vulnerable to attacks.
Their closed and locked state only served to cultivate a delusion of grandeur within themselves.
Once they stepped out of their sect and onto the Qiantian stage, the cultivation levels of Refining God, Divinity Transformation, and even the Primordial Spirit Realm seemed insignificant.
This point was profoundly understood by them when they had just experienced being oppressively hunted down by Xiao Quan and Gaia along with their followers.
It was despair that suffocated them.
To be the fish on the chopping block.
This overwhelming sense of having no control over one’s own life and death made them realize that the land of Tiannan needed to be led by a truly powerful individual to ensure their safety.
Just at this moment, the Divine Weapon descended like a bolt from the blue, and with an overwhelming force, defeated the forces of the True Immortal Palace and Earth Mother Divine Sect.
Those who were considered Supreme Powerhouses in their sects, each was taken down by a single stroke from him.
Even the legendary Deva Xiao Quan was obliterated with one strike, reduced to ashes.
The shock and disparity brought about by this spectacle deeply moved everyone’s spirit.
And seeing even the mythical Deva Gaia surrender, if they still harbored petty thoughts of resistance unto death, they would truly be seeking their own demise.
Thus, when Lu Zhanxian and the others spoke, all Divinity Transformation and Refining God Elders and disciples responded enthusiastically, their eyes filled with sincerity.
"Consolidate the sects, preside over the major affairs of Tiannan..."
Gu Jinlai’s gaze swept over everyone present.
In his eyes, there was some gratification.
Even when the Sword Heavy Cannon was first introduced, Lingxiao City had actually already possessed the capability to unify Tiannan.
Not to mention later, when the Mystic Bird Fighting Machine was powerful enough to directly obliterate more than a dozen Primordial Spirit True Monarchs from overseas.
However...
Back then, he did not want to be too high-profile on one hand, and on the other hand, he did not wish to cause unnecessary casualties through massive internal wars.
Take Zhang Taiping from Yellow State for example; he had been backed into a corner, made a desperate move, and exhausted the Lucky Qi of Yellow State. Over the years, not only had the concentration of spiritual energy in Yellow State decreased significantly, but they had also fallen into floods.
Fortunately, the flood originated from Tianhe, and since there were fewer humans living near the Champsosaurus Swamp surrounding Tianhe, the casualties in Yellow State would have been catastrophic otherwise.
He was confident that with the strength of Lingxiao City, Cold Moon Sect, Purgatory Sect, Netherworld Sect, and other forces would eventually realize the huge gap between them that was insurmountable. When that time came, the integration of all the major forces south of Tianhe would naturally occur.
He did not expect...
That day would come so soon.
He had planned to return and exterminate the demons of Mu State, and through that great battle, demonstrate the military power of Lingxiao City to the Cold Moon Sect, Purgatory Sect, and Netherworld Sect, coercing them into submission.
But as it turned out, his plans were realized ahead of schedule.
Thinking this, Gu Jinlai resumed his attention to several Primordial Spirit True Monarchs: "Venerable Daoist Lu, Monarch You Quan, Monarch Fang, are the words you just spoke from your hearts?"
"Our words are nothing but the truth," they said.
"These are our heartfelt words, the chaos in the regions south of Tianhe has lasted for decades; this fragmented state of constant conflict needs to end."
"The greatest threat to our Human Clan are the demons, and nowadays, the only entity that gives us hope to annihilate these demons is Lingxiao City, hence, we are truly willing to join Lingxiao City to fight against the demons together," several Primordial Spirit True Monarchs affirmed.
"Very well."
Gu Jinlai nodded slightly, showing no hesitation, and directly said, "Since you all are willing, once we return to Tiannan, we shall discuss this matter together."
He considered the current situation with the overbearing Daqian Dynasty above them; directly declaring a territory as his own was a bit unrealistic and too prone to attracting hostility. A sect mode similar to that of the Sanqing Hall would be ideal.
Also considering that these forces were accustomed to sect governance.
He thus proposed, "After merging the various sects with Lingxiao City, I intend to use this as a foundation to establish a new sect power, this power... shall be the Lingxiao Palace, directly on par with the world’s most supreme Holy Lands and Grotto Heavens. Following the structure of the Earthly True Immortal as the Venerable Daoist, Saints as the Sect Masters, Devas as elders, Primordial Spirit True Monarchs as protectors or True Disciples, as we do not have a Saint among us, I will temporarily take up the role of Palace Master."
To be on par with the most supreme Holy Lands, Grotto Heavens!?
Lu Zhanxian, Monarch You Quan, Fang Daoqian, and others gasped in astonishment upon hearing this.
Holy Lands, Grotto Heavens!
In the past, Yan State was known as Jialou Divine Mountain, Mu State as the Infinite Sacred Land.
There, the Infinite Sacred Land had an Earthly True Immortal Level Patriarch seated, carving out tens of thousands of miles of territory.
Even now, Star State, Blue State, Jiangzhou State, and other places are influenced by it.
Although Jialou Divine Mountain did not have an Earthly True Immortal, it still belonged to an Earthly True Immortal inheritance, and could be ranked as a Holy Land.
Especially since they were the culmination of the Taiping Heavenly Book.
Under Jade and Stone Burn Together, the combat power they could unleash was comparable to that of an Earthly True Immortal.
Once Emperor Master Tai A appeared with the Divine Weapon Bright dominating the skies, the Saints of Jialou Divine Mountain chose to burn Yan State’s Lucky Qi.
Of course, at that time, the Divine Weapon’s brilliance was unmatched.
Before the Saint of Jialou Divine Mountain could significantly damage Yan State’s Lucky Qi and reduce it to a life-restricted zone like the Black and White Sand Sea, he was killed by Emperor Master Tai A.
Following this, this Emperor Master used the might of the Divine Weapon to pacify the Infinite Sacred Land, slaying an Earthly True Immortal in the Three Thousand Marshes, and initiating an era of unparalleled grandeur for the Daqian Dynasty.
Even though during that period, no Holy Land or Grotto Heaven could contend with Emperor Master Tai A, that was because they leveraged the power of the Divine Weapon.
In reality, each Holy Land, Grotto Heaven often claims to be immortal for a thousand years!
Especially the Grotto Heavens, with True Immortal inheritance, immortal and unchanging, witnessing the rise and fall of dynasties from a position of longevity!
Their lifespan far surpasses that of dynasties, ancient and enduring.
Even the Holy Land, Gods Mountain, Netherworld, and Sea God Temple, which had thrived to the most extreme extents in the past, were slowly eradicated by their stronger adaptability.
They were the true pinnacle of this world.
Now, Gu Jinlai even intended to transform Lingxiao Palace into something akin to a Holy Land, or even a Grotto Heaven!
Lu Zhanxian, Monarch You Quan, Fang Daoqian and others, after their initial shock, soon became excited.
Holy Land, Grotto Heaven.
To become one of them...
They suddenly felt a sense of honor!
"Okay, now, gather up the spoils of war and let’s head back."
Gu Jinlai said, turning to Gaia: "Since you have chosen to return to Green State, just stay there properly. Once Lingxiao Palace is established, with your strength as a Deva, you could well become one of its elders."
"Yes."
Gaia respectfully agreed.
One must bow under another’s roof.
Whatever Gu Jinlai said was law.
"Fang Daoqian."
Gu Jinlai’s gaze then turned to this top Monarch: "You will represent us in Lingxiao Palace and stay at Earth Mother Divine Sect. I will grant you a Spiritual Artifact to ensure that we maintain constant communication."
"I will diligently follow the Palace Master’s decree."
Fang Daoqian bowed in salutation.
The title had already changed.
Gu Jinlai nodded and then, with a wave of his hand, said, "Back to Tiannan."
...
Gu Jinlai and the others set off once again, heading back to Tiannan.
Meanwhile, in Human Immortal Hall, Di Luo also unhurriedly stored away the True Understanding of Celestial Immortals.
As a senior brother of Emperor Tianji, his understanding of this book far exceeded that of others.
The divinity of the True Understanding of Celestial Immortals was beyond question.
But...
Its impact on cultivators was too great.
Just like the Sky Extreme Sword.
It would gradually lead one to lose their own way, become mired within, until they could no longer extricate themselves.
Just like the several paths laid out by the True Understanding of Celestial Immortals, each one appeared to be a righteous and bright great path, but all these paths ultimately pointed to...
Desire.
Supreme power!
Dominance!
Invincibility!
These were all desires!
The desire to reach the summit of the mortal world!
And human life, with its strong spirit, complex thoughts, and excessive desires, ensured that no one could completely subdue it.
They could climb to the peak by virtue of these desires...
Yet they also fell into the abyss because of these desires.
Emperor Tianji was the best example.
This brilliantly talented junior brother had a premonition before he invaded Daqian Imperial City.
Unfortunately, by that time, he was already unable to turn back.
Just like an ordinary person who had been given unlimited money.
Even though he clearly knew that the cost of this money was a significantly shortened lifespan, he would still spend lavishly without a second thought.
He might even feel that when a person has no desires, it’s not much different from death itself.
Thus, he, Wu Tiandi, dared not spend too much time and effort to comprehend this book.
At most, it could only serve as a reference.
"Too little time,"
Di Luo sighed: "If only they could study it for a day or two, I don’t believe they could free themselves from the True Understanding of Celestial Immortals..."
After uttering these words, he shook his head.
"But it’s of no matter, Earth Mother Divine Sect and Purple Night Sword Sect have both been taken by our True Immortal Palace. The Demon God Sect is an unstable factor, and them not joining our True Immortal Palace might not be a bad thing. The remaining ones, Xuzhen Tower, Cold Moon Sect, Purgatory Sect, and Netherworld Sect are much less valuable compared to Earth Mother Divine Sect and Purple Night Sword Sect. Moreover, Venerable Daoist Wu has personally taken action..."
As Di Luo spoke, he gave a slight smile: "The only one among those mobs we really need to be cautious about is that Heavenly Monarch Gu Jinlai, who owns a formidable trump card. However, to deal with him, not only has Venerable Daoist Wu, Kunwu, and Xiao Quan made their moves, but Gaia also volunteered to offer strategies. Attacking from multiple fronts, even if Gu Jinlai has exceptional means, he cannot escape."
He estimated that it wouldn’t be long before Wu Tiandi would bring good news.
Just waiting to take control of Lu Zhanxian and others, the three hundred million population south of Tianhe would become their True Immortal Palace’s most solid rear base.
Just then, a rush of energy approached at an extremely fast speed.
It was his disciple, Di Chen.
At once, Di Luo exited the room, smiling: "Is there news from those people in Tiannan?"
"Yes."
Di Chen, standing at the doorway, spoke solemnly: "We failed! Gu Jinlai was stronger than we anticipated, Wu Tiandi was seriously injured and fled! Kunwu, Palace Master Xiao Quan... unfortunately fell."
Suddenly, the smile on Di Luo’s face froze.
